What airlines fly to Iowa?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Iowa from Washington, D.C. according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Iowa. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Iowa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?

Frontier, American Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Iowa

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Washington, D.C. you fly out of and what airport in Iowa you fly into. For example, flying from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines takes 3h 47m on average. On the other hand, flying from Baltimore to Des Moines takes 4h 19m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Iowa on average per week?

As of March 2026, 41 flights take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Iowa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Iowa on average per day?

5 flights are operational daily from Washington, D.C. to Iowa as of March 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 7:00PM, with 48% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?

The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa is 4 as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Iowa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Iowa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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1:00 pm - 7:14 pm

DCA

DSM

7h 14m

1 stop

2:04 pm - 1:00 pm

DSM

DCA

21h 56m

1 stop

$180Frontier

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 20

7:00 am - 1:31 pm

DCA

DSM

7h 31m

1 stop

2:16 pm - 4:59 pm

DSM

DCA

25h 43m

1 stop

$213Frontier

Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 11

8:09 pm - 11:50 pm

BWI

CID

4h 41m

1 stop

6:00 am - 11:11 am

CID

BWI

4h 11m

1 stop

$231American Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 25

5:39 am - 12:18 pm

BWI

CID

7h 39m

1 stop

6:00 am - 5:08 pm

CID

BWI

10h 08m

2 stops

$236American Airlines

Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 9

3:42 pm - 7:04 pm

BWI

CID

4h 22m

1 stop

8:00 am - 2:02 pm

CID

BWI

5h 02m

1 stop

$251United Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

4:43 pm - 10:19 pm

BWI

CID

6h 36m

1 stop

12:34 pm - 6:17 pm

CID

BWI

4h 43m

1 stop

$290Delta

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 14

11:18 am - 3:41 pm

BWI

CID

5h 23m

1 stop

6:45 am - 4:37 pm

CID

BWI

8h 52m

2 stops

$295Delta

Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 18

6:20 pm - 10:20 pm

BWI

OMA

5h 00m

1 stop

11:00 am - 8:40 pm

OMA

BWI

8h 40m

1 stop

$327Southwest

Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 9

9:25 am - 4:10 pm

BWI

OMA

7h 45m

2 stops

5:15 am - 11:55 am

OMA

BWI

5h 40m

1 stop

$332Southwest

Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 9

8:15 am - 12:39 pm

IAD

MLI

5h 24m

1 stop

6:44 pm - 12:45 am

MLI

IAD

5h 01m

1 stop

$362United Airlines

Sat, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 3

Southwest flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa

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Southwest

Apr 14

DCA4:50 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

2h 50m

OMA6:40 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 21

OMA12:35 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

2h 25m

DCA4:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$317

Southwest

May 6

BWI6:20 pmBaltimore/Washington

5h 00m

1 stop

OMA10:20 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

May 9

OMA11:00 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

8h 40m

1 stop

BWI8:40 pmBaltimore/Washington

$327

Southwest

Apr 7

DCA4:50 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

2h 50m

OMA6:40 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 11

OMA2:30 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

2h 30m

DCA6:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$331

Frontier flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa

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Frontier

Apr 13

DCA1:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 14m

1 stop

DSM7:14 pmDes Moines

Apr 20

DSM2:04 pmDes Moines

21h 56m

1 stop

DCA1:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$180

Frontier

May 6

DCA7:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 31m

1 stop

DSM1:31 pmDes Moines

May 11

DSM2:16 pmDes Moines

25h 43m

1 stop

DCA4:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$213

Frontier

May 4

DCA8:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

12h 38m

1 stop

DSM7:38 pmDes Moines

May 6

DSM2:16 pmDes Moines

21h 43m

1 stop

DCA12:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$225

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DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/13

1:00 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

2:04 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop21h 56m

$180

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/6

7:00 am-1:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

2:16 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop25h 43m

$213

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BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/22

8:09 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/25

6:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop4h 11m

$231

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/2

5:39 am-12:18 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-5:08 pm

2 stops10h 08m

$236

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/14

3:42 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 4/21

8:00 am-2:02 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$251

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/7

4:43 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 4/14

12:34 pm-6:17 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$290

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/14

11:18 am-3:41 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/18

6:45 am-4:37 pm

2 stops8h 52m

$295

BaltimoreOmaha

BWI - OMA

BWIOMA

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/6

6:20 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/9

11:00 am-8:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$327

BaltimoreOmaha

BWI - OMA

BWIOMA

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/6

9:25 am-4:10 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/9

5:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 40m

$332

Washington, D.C.Moline

IAD - MLI

IADMLI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/1

8:15 am-12:39 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 8/3

6:44 pm-12:45 am

1 stop5h 01m

$362

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Iowa, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $414.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Iowa flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Washington, D.C. to Iowa flights?

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Best Price Found	$278
Fastest flight time	2h 27m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Iowa	41 airports

The best one-way flight to Iowa from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $278. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $347.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa takes 2h 27m

Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to Iowa every day.

There are 41 airports in Iowa. From Washington, D.C. there are direct flights to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA), Cedar Rapids (CID), Des Moines (DSM).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?
The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa is 4 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Iowa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Iowa is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 (51.06% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Embraer 175 (39.89%), Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (6.91%), and Airbus A319 (0.53%).

Best airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa

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Delta	PriceFrom $74	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,288 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $180	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,320 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $198	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,468 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $224	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,431 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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